1978 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 727 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | ML |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
