1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Sharan |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |