1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2470 mm |
