1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 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 C (271 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
