1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1951 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
