1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 336 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.
Because 1980 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Quest |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
