1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 22 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, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Skyline | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
