1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 190 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |