2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
