1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 190 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2645 mm |
