1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
