1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 GMC Suburban | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |