1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 168 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 190 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
