1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Skyline | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Sienna |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |