1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
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 (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | A |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |