1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
