1999 Honda City vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 19 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 124 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City 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:
| 1999 Honda City | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | City | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
