1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 267 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
