1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | C |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |