1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Fairlane | SC |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |