1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Fairlane | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |
