2002 Honda That vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 505 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 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | That | 230 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
