1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1981 Talbot 1510 and 1981 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot 1510 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Talbot | Nissan |
Model | 1510 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |