1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 424 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
