1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 1988 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
