1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |