1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1999 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 (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Skyline | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |