1988 Lada Samara vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samara | 220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
