2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
