2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 985 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
