2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
