1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 50 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 190 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
