1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Skyline | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
