1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 29 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 253 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
