1975 Honda Z vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, 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, 1984 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Z | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Skyline |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |