1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Skyline | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
