1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |