1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Skyline |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |