2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline

To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1574 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Skyline.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford F-250 1968 Nissan Skyline
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-250 Skyline
Year Released 2007 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 177 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2664 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2650 mm


 

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