1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 180 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
