1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | Levante |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |