1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 182 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 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 | 1302 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 |
