2005 Infiniti M vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 541 kg more than 1980 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
