2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 745 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
