1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 52 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 220 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
