2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | 190 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
