1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 32 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 8 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 554 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
