1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
