1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 764 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
