1977 Renault 14 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1977 Renault 14 and 1977 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Renault 14, 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14. 1977 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1977 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1977 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 14 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 14 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
