1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 850 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 CL (700 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
