1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 207 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
