1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 190 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |