1983 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1983 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 GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | GL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3076 mm |
