1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
