1993 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 420 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |