1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | 993 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
