1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2423 mm |
