1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
