1987 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
