1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 433 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
