2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 24 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tracker | Skyline |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |