1990 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 10 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. Both 1990 Ford Escort and 2000 Mercedes-Benz A are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
