1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2650 mm |
