1977 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
