2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vamos | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
