1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Rover Vitesse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 294 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Skyline | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
