1979 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SLK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4146 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
