2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vito | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
