2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (204 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
