2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
