1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 190 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
