1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 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 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 123 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 190 | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |