2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Transit Connect | Skyline |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |