2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 864 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
