1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | Bionic Car Concept |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |