2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CR-V | W 110 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |