2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 13 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |
