1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 190 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
