1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argento Viva | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
