2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
