2008 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 2,299 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
