1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Skyline | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
