1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 26 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 195 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Nissan | Ascari |
Model | Skyline | A10 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2636 mm |