2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 25 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 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 199 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Skyline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |