1971 Honda Life vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
