1999 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |