1994 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
