1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
