1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
