1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
