1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Skyline | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Skyline | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
