1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | Ponton |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |