1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 34 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. Both 1977 Nissan Skyline and 2011 Mazda Premacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Skyline | Premacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |