1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 1978 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 928 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
