1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Skyline | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
