1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
