1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 387 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Skyline | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |