2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Pregio | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pregio | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |