1975 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | S |
Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |