1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 368 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fairlane | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
