1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 59 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon 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 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 220 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
