1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 190 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
