2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-450 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2650 mm |
