2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |