1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 36 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 540 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 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari 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 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 220 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 28.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
