1995 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Skyline |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |