2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
