2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 450 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
