1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |