1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 27 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
