1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 65 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Skyline | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
