1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 31 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 792 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Skyline | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
