2010 Lexus GS vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 690 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 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GS | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
