1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | CLS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
