1990 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 14 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (300 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | Vision |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
