2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 115 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | 230 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
