2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (188 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 563 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | R | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2950 mm |
