1997 Honda CRX vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Skyline |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |