1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 31 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), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 332 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Skyline | Evora |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
