1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skyline | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
