1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | W 111 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |