1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiesta | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
