1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 20 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 2 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 29.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
