1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 11 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
