2008 Nissan Note vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note.
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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Note | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
