1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1975 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 Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 220 | Defender |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |