2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1979 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. 1979 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Nubira 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.
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2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Nubira | Skyline |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |