1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 31 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 320 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | A |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 188 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
