1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 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 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 220 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |