1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
