1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
