1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1983 Nissan Skyline and 1983 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Skyline | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |