1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Nissan Skyline 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Nissan Oldsmobile
Model Skyline Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1977 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 5032 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3030 mm


 

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