1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 11 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Skyline | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |