1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 666 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Skyline | Charger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3048 mm |
