1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 300 | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |