1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 220 | Korando |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |