1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 190 | Life |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
