1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 190 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |