1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 220 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
