2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
