1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 606 kg more than 1984 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline. 1984 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
