1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 100 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Skyline | GTC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
