2002 Honda Z vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
