2004 Honda Element vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
