2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touareg | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2620 mm |
