1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 725 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |