1975 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2873 mm |