1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1202 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Expedition |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |