1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Concerto | G |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |