1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220

To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.

Because 1954 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Apollo 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
Make Holden Mercedes-Benz
Model Apollo 220
Year Released 1990 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1383 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2910 mm


 

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