1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 54 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 228 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 220 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
