1978 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 20 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1070 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
