1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
