1975 Honda Life vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | S |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2860 mm |