1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 931 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | GLK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2755 mm |
