2007 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 462 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |