1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 19 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 27 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 723 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 190 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |