1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 177 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Skyline | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
