1998 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 373 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
