2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 571 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HR-V | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
