1983 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3165 mm |
