1996 Honda CRX vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CRX | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |