2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2500 mm |
