1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | B |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 56 L |