1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1970 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 658 kg more than 1970 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | 420G | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
