1987 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 131 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
