1998 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
