1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 141 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Skyline | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
