2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 59 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1980 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vito | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
