2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
