1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 26 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable 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 | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
