2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 190 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
