1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 249 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
