2000 Mazda Demio vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
