1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | A |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |