1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. Both 1972 Nissan Skyline and 1999 Nissan Crew are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Crew weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Crew |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
