2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1985 Ford Granada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CLK | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |