1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 and 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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 209 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 190 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |