1989 Honda Accord vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 230 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |