1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 190 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
