1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 26 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1556 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 | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
