1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 190 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
