1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 31 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, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | GTI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
