1998 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
