2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
