2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 524 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Extreme | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
