1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 756 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari 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 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 190 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
