1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.
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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | CLK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |