1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
