1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Skyline | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3610 mm |
