1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 46 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
