1971 Honda Life vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 20 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 1060 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
