1999 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Skyline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |