1970 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 943 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Skyline | Navara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |