1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 764 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | G |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
