1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1400 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 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
