1990 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1804 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
