1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 406 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Skyline | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
