1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 180 kg more 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Model F |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
