1976 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Torino | SLK |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |