1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 22 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 190 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
