1986 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | Ponton |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |