1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 37 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 22 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2819 mm |
