1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 1955 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempo | 220 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
