1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 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. At 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
