1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 88 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
