1998 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1974 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 1974 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |