1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 66 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
