1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 348 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.
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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Skyline | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
