1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
