1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |