1995 Acura Legend vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 25 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
