1984 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | W 111 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |