2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2305 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | State Limousine | Skyline |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2620 mm |