2009 Honda Stream vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stream | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
