1999 Audi R8 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
