2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 190 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
