1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 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 70 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
