1982 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1982 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 R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3216 mm |
