2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 190 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
