1989 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |