1995 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 190 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
