1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Silvia | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
