2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1983 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
