2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |