1996 Honda Today vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 885 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
