1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 42 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1164 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Titan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3550 mm |
