1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 564 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | Vito |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
