1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 159 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
