2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 132 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1969 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Mobilio | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
