2002 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | W 111 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |