1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 1968 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | 340 R | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
