1991 Ford Escort vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 39 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
