1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blazer | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |