1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 126 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 220 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
