1981 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
