1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 190 | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |