1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 52 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, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 537 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari 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, 2006 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Safari 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 | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 220 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
