1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 829 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 560 | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |