1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
