1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
