2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 937 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
