1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | 200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |