2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
