1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
