1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 136 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 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 (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
