1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | E |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |