1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | S | Vue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |