2010 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 397 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2620 mm |
