2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
