1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 131 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
