1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3430 mm |
