1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
