2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
