1991 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 705 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | TBD |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2955 mm |
