2002 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 42 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | W 111 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |