1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | SLK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |