1958 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 683 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | CLK |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |