1985 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Skyline |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |