2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Skyline |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2650 mm |