1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 248 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
