1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
