1974 Honda Life vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | G |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 |
