1996 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
