1960 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 296 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | Skyline |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |