1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 50 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 220 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |