1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 25 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
