1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 28 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 593 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
