2010 Toyota iQ vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota iQ | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | iQ | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2985 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
