1990 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | 320 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |