1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, both 1973 Nissan Skyline and 1973 Volvo 1800 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Skyline | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Skyline | 1800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |