1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Skyline | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
