1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Titan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |