2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 445 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
