1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |