2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B3000 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3000 | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |