1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
