1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | CLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
