1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 553 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
