1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
