1973 Honda Life vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |