1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 1969 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Skyline | Laser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
