2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | 450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
