1996 Acura Integra vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
