1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Skyline | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
