2007 Acura TL vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
