1970 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 410 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Skyline | Frontier |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |