2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
