2007 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
