1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | 250 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
