1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 321 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
