1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2615 mm |