2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Tundra | Skyline |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2620 mm |