1972 Honda Life vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (301 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
