1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline. 1979 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Pickup | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pickup | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |