1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Tatra | Nissan |
| Model | T700 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
