2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2520 mm |
