1983 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Capri | 220 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |