1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 230 | TF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
