1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, both 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 1984 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (125 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
