1986 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Viano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
