2007 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |