1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 307 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
