1993 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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. Both 1993 Honda Accord and 1981 Nissan Skyline are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 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 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
