1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 220 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |