1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Altima |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |