1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 516 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skyline | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
