1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 966 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
