2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
