1998 Honda SSM vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 10 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda SSM | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SSM | 190 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2294 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 198 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |