1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 35 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 646 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | Routan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |
