1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
