1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Skyline | Defender |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |