1990 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
