1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
