1981 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
