2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
