2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
