1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 33 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | G |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |