2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 118 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Transit Connect | 190 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |