1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 41 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Jetta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2651 mm |