1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 190 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |