1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 37 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | iQ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
