1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G21 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
