1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 615 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
