2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
