1974 Honda Life vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | B |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2699 mm |