1996 Lexus SC vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 19 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 378 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
