1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 and 1987 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 190 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
