1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Avanti |
Model | 190 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |