1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 190 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
