1978 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1140 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 600 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 600. 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 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |