1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |