1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 324 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | 220 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |