1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Yaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |