1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Concerto | SL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
