1996 Honda Today vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
