1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Cortina SLK
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 107 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L


 

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