1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1037 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
