2002 Honda Life vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
