2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 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 | 966 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2620 mm |