1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 193 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 200 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |