1982 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Skyline | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |