1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 40 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture 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 43 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 220 | Venture |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |