1968 AMC AMX vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Skyline. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | AMX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
