1981 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
