2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 302 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sequoia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
