1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 240 | Insight |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |