1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
