1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 314 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
