1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
