1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (202 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 137 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1967 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1967 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Eos |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |