1978 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |