2012 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 573 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1763 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2620 mm |
