1996 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | G |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |