1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona is newer by 11 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daytona | 220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
