2002 Honda City vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | City | Skyline |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |