2001 Honda Logo vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Honda Logo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Logo | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3430 mm |
