1997 Honda Life vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 585 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | 230 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |