1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
