1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
