1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2010 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 400 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 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2700 mm |
