1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Consorte | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |
