1977 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1355 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | R |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
