2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | 220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |