1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 993 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Skyline | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
