1979 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
