1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
