2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 242 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | 560 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
