1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS 200 | SLK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |