2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
