1992 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1992 Ford Escort and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | 200 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |