1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 37 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 255 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Equinox |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2858 mm |