1973 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 145 | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |