2009 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
