1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | CLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |