2006 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 598 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Skyline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |