1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1254 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.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | Vito |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |