2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 666 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Enclave | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
