1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 30 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempo | 190 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
