1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
