1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4365 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
