2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
