1996 Ford Royale vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
