1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | CLK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |