2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
