2003 Honda Life vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2940 mm |