1997 Honda Life vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | 220 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |