1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | 968 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
