1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | 190 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
