1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
