1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
