2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 182 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Enclave | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
