1988 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
