2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
