1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | 190 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
