1968 Ford 17 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
