1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 173 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skyline | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
