1989 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | W 111 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |