2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
