1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |