1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 53 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 210 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 220 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
