1989 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 98 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
