1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 659 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Nissan Skyline 2011 Jeep Liberty
Make Nissan Jeep
Model Skyline Liberty
Year Released 1977 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1849 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4473 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2695 mm