1989 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, both 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1989 Rover Montego were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | SL | Montego |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |