1990 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 21 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1661 mm |
