2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
