2006 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
