1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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 C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
