2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline. 1979 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tundra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2620 mm |
