1980 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1979 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | S |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |