1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 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 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 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 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 190 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 231 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |