2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 92 kg more 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 190 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
