1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 411 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
