1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 811 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |