1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
