1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1998 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |