1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | S | Capa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5789 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2370 mm |
