1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | A |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
