1985 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | CLS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2875 mm |
