1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 25 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 53 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 2012 Kia Optima. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
