1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | W 111 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
