1994 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1972 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
