1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
