1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 128 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 190 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |