1973 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
