1990 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | W 110 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |