1992 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
