1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (316 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | 190 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
