1993 Lexus LS vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1984 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline. 1993 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
