1995 Acura Legend vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 69 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1988 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 1988 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1988 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | 190 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
