1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 610 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
