1995 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
