1972 MG MGB vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1972 MG MGB and 1972 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 MG MGB.
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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1972 MG MGB | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | MGB | Skyline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |