1999 Nissan President vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Nissan President 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 770 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.
Because 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan President | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
