1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1959 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | 220 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |