2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
