1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 684 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concerto | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
