2005 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2307 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 | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 186 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |