1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 190 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |