1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |