2007 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
