1981 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | 300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2940 mm |