1974 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 825 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
