1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
