2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprinter | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |