2004 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
