1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 29 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 2001 Toyota Altezza are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Skyline | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Altezza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |