1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 986 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3496 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 | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |