1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 28 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Step Wagon | 260 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
