1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | CLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
