2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 28 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 606 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |