1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 428 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
