1995 Acura Legend vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (132 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 190 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |