1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | W 111 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
