1985 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
