2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1985 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 1985 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Atos | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Skyline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |