1970 Honda N III vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | N III | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
