1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
