1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 123 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | SLK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |