1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore.
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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
