1998 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 186 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 |
