1970 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,948 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | C |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |