1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 72 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Skyline | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |
