1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | SLK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |