1990 Honda Integra vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1990 Honda Integra and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Integra | 190 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |