1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Skyline |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |