1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 32 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
