1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 190 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
