1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
