1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Copperhead | 190 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |