2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
