2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
