1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 31 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | Viano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
