1974 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | 190 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
