2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 15 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 143 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2300 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
