2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CR-V | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
