1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Toyota Century is newer by 16 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 654 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1989 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
