2009 Lexus LS vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
