2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 366 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
