1977 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3020 mm |