2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-MX | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
