2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 29 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 824 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6100 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2620 mm |
