1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
