1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, both 1972 Nissan Skyline and 1972 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Skyline | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
