2007 Honda Accord vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.

Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Accord 230
Year Released 2007 1941
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2229 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1418 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3060 mm


 

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