1988 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 764 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | G |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
