1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 316 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | X90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
