1988 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,686 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
