1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 32 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 570 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.
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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Skyline | GTO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
