1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avenger | 190 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
