1968 AMC AMX vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 253 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | AMX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
