2000 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
