1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | G |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |