2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |
