1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
