1996 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |