2002 Honda That vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 922 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That, 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | That | 450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
