2002 Honda That vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 890 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | That | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
