2009 Ford Escape vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | 190 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
