2004 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Skyline |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |