1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. Both 1986 Mercedes-Benz S and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 are equipped with a 2,599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, both vehicles can yield 228 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | 190 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
