1993 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 13 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 325 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
