1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 30 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 90 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Nissan | Ascari |
Model | Skyline | A10 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2636 mm |