2008 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 526 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
