2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 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 (664 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 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 Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
