1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 30 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 220 | 309 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |