1999 Lexus GS vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
