2004 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | W 111 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |