2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 12 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | 190 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
